Phantom School
Phantom School

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Phantom School

2022
TV Show
Returning Series
1 Season
Korean

Nestled quietly in the heart of a buzzing community, there sits a school that to any who might pass it by, appears to be quite normal. However, as is often the case, looks can be quite deceiving. Inhabited by several malicious phantoms, this school plays host to more than its dedicated faculty and lively student body.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users78%
Director: Yoko OkumuraGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of former students returns to their seemingly abandoned high school years after a tragic incident. As they explore the decaying halls, they uncover disturbing secrets about their past and the events that led to the school's closure. Strange occurrences and unsettling apparitions suggest they are not alone, and the building holds a malevolent presence tied to its history.

Critical Reception

Phantom School received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and effective jump scares, while some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally responded well to its suspenseful narrative and classic horror elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling atmosphere and suspenseful build-up.

  • Effective use of sound design and visual scares.

  • Some critics noted a formulaic plot that could have been more original.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's ability to create a sense of dread and surprise. Many found the plot engaging and the performances strong, though a few wished for a more complex resolution.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Horror Film at the Sitges Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, echoing sound design used for the ghostly apparitions was created by recording everyday household objects played backward and at extreme speeds.

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My Review

TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
terrapong

terrapong

Student gets possessed and other students have to beat them up. There is actually very little drama in this show. It's mostly just students walking around eating lunch.